UK Reduces Jury Trials to Clear Massive Court Backlog
UK government announces major reforms to cut court delays, reducing jury trials for less serious crimes. Justice Secretary David Lammy calls it an emergency. Will this speed up justice?
Category : Politics
Pakistan Passes Bill to Protect Non-Muslim Rights
Pakistan's parliament approved a bill to safeguard minority rights and form a commission. The session saw heated debate over the Qadiani community's status. Read more.
Expired Aid Controversy: Pakistan's Cyclone Relief to Sri Lanka
A viral screenshot alleges Pakistan sent expired food packets as aid to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka, igniting a diplomatic storm online. Explore the details and historical context of the controversy.
Russia Ratifies Key Military Pact RELOS With India
Russia's parliament ratifies the RELOS military logistics pact with India, a strategic boost for bilateral defence ties ahead of President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit.
Gujarat HC hears plea in police jeep fire case, accused claims bipolar disorder
Gujarat High Court issues notice in a 2023 police jeep arson case where the accused claims he perceived himself as 'Batman' due to bipolar disorder. Hearing set for December 16.
Rahul Easwar Hunger Strike in Thiruvananthapuram Jail
Right-wing activist Rahul Easwar begins hunger strike in prison, alleging false charges to deny bail. He is consuming only water since his remand on Monday. Get the latest updates.
Man dies after truck hits tree during ritual in Jamui
A 65-year-old man died in Jamui's Dumarkola village when a speeding truck caused a tree branch to fall on him during a 'shraddh' ritual. Three others were injured. Police have arrested the driver.
Govt Willing to Discuss SIR, Opposes Fixed Timeline
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is open to discussing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls but will not accept fixed deadlines. The Opposition staged a walkout demanding urgent debate.
Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Faces New Rape Allegation
A 23-year-old woman from Bengaluru accuses Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil of rape. The allegation emerges just before local polls, straining the party. Read the full details.
BJP vs Congress on Sanchar Saathi App Privacy Concerns
BJP counters Congress's 'snooping app' claims, defends Sanchar Saathi as a fraud prevention tool. MP Sambit Patra says app is deletable and does not access personal data. Get the full political debate details.
Andrew Tate's comment on Indians respecting law only in Dubai slammed
Controversial podcaster Andrew Tate claimed Indians only respect the law in Dubai, sparking fierce online backlash. Social media users highlighted his criminal charges while defending the global Indian diaspora. Read the full story.
Haldwani on High Alert for SC Order on Railway Land Encroachment
Haldwani is under tight security as the Supreme Court prepares a verdict on a railway land encroachment case impacting over 4,300 families. Police deploy heavily, fearing unrest.
Bareilly: Child's body found in steel box, left eye gouged out
Shock in Bareilly's Izzatnagar as an unidentified boy's body is discovered in a steel box near the highway. Police probe murder, kidnapping & occult angles. Read the chilling details.
IGI Airport Police busts fake French visa syndicate, 4 held
Delhi's IGI Airport Police dismantles interstate syndicate supplying counterfeit French visas. Four arrested, including agent from Tamil Nadu. Details on the scam targeting job seekers.
NHM Punjab staff to gherao Chandigarh office Dec 4 over salary crisis
Despite a Rs 44.85 crore sanction, 9,000 NHM employees in Punjab continue their strike, demanding actual salary credit. The protest escalates with a planned gherao of the directorate on December 4. Read more.
Andhra HC: Inform Accused of Remand Extension, Grants Bail
Andhra Pradesh High Court grants bail to three in NDPS case, ruling that failure to inform accused of remand extension violates Article 21. Justice Y Lakshmana Rao's landmark order mandates physical or virtual intimation.
Mamata: No detention camps in Bengal, slams Centre
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee rejects detention camps, criticises Centre's 'forceful' orders to state officers. Announces compensation for SIR-related deaths and launches 15-year governance 'Panchali'.
Imran Khan's Sister Meets Him in Adiala Jail
Aleema Khan, sister of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, meets him in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail following a court order. Details on the meeting and legal battles.
200+ AMMK Members Switch to AIADMK in Salem
In a major political shift, more than 200 AMMK members from Thiruvarur joined AIADMK in Salem. EPS welcomed them with shawls. Read the full story.
Pakistan: India hampered our cyclone aid to Sri Lanka
Pakistan claims India's lack of cooperation hampered its cyclone relief for Sri Lanka. It also denies reports of India refusing overflight permission. Read the full diplomatic story.
HC Seeks Proof on Valmiki 'Dacoit' Claim in TV Show
Punjab and Haryana High Court questions petitioner over historical basis for PIL against Aaj Tak's Valmiki portrayal. Court asks: 'What is the history?' Read the details.
Tripura Police Strategy on Border Radicalisation
Tripura Police, with central agencies, formulates a plan to address radicalisation concerns in border regions amid increased movement of preachers from Bangladesh. Read more.
Punjab Farmers' Rail Roko on Dec 5 Over Electricity Bill
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces a symbolic 2-hour rail blockade across 19 Punjab districts on December 5. Protest targets Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, prepaid meters, and sale of public assets. Details inside.
Second sexual assault case against absconding Kerala MLA
Suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil faces a fresh sexual assault complaint, a day before his bail hearing. The Palakkad MLA is absconding in a rape case. Read the latest developments.
Kerala MLA faces second sexual assault case before bail plea
Suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil faces a new sexual assault complaint, filed a day before his pre-arrest bail hearing in a separate rape case. Details inside.
HC Criticises CMC, RMC Over Unhygienic Cuttack Market
Orissa High Court criticises Cuttack Municipal Corporation & market committee over Krushak Bazar's filth. Directs immediate sanitation boost, waste management. Next hearing Dec 18.
AAP's Avadh Ojha Retires from Politics, Bharti Comments
Aam Aadmi Party leader and UPSC teacher Avadh Ojha declares retirement from active politics. Senior AAP leader Somnath Bharti responds, calling politics a long-term commitment. Details inside.
20-year jail for man who raped 15-year-old in Odisha
A Jajpur court sentenced a 20-year-old man to 20 years imprisonment for raping a minor. The court also imposed a fine and ordered Rs 7 lakh compensation for the survivor. Read the full details.
Orissa HC upholds succession certificate for cop's mother, daughter
Orissa High Court dismisses appeal by woman claiming to be legal wife, upholds 2016 order granting succession certificate to deceased ASI's mother and daughter. Key details on the legal dispute.
India-Pakistan Row Over Sri Lanka Cyclone Aid Flight
Pakistan alleges India delayed airspace clearance for its Sri Lanka cyclone relief flight. India denies, stating request was cleared in 4 hours. Expired aid packages also spark online debate.
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